Chef jamaicano/Jefe de cocina

Irie Ting Jamaican Grill LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Irie Ting Jamaican Grill LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking a passionate Jamaican Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. You will craft authentic jerk, curry, and island dishes, while ensuring quality, consistency, and presentation.

You will manage kitchen staff, supervise scheduling and training, control food costs, maintain safety standards, and collaborate on menu development with ownership to keep our guests’ dining experience bold and welcoming.

Qualifications

• Proven experience preparing authentic Jamaican cuisine in a professional kitchen.
• Prior kitchen management or lead cook experience.
• Strong knowledge of Caribbean spices, cooking techniques, and traditional recipes.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food handler certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to manage, motivate, and lead a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of food cost management, inventory control, and ordering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute authentic Jamaican dishes including jerk chicken, oxtail, curry goat, rice and peas, and other traditional menu items.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and presentation standards are met.
• Manage kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance oversight.
• Monitor food inventory, place orders, and manage food cost controls to minimize waste.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health code regulations.
• Collaborate with ownership on menu development, specials, and seasonal offerings.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate maintenance or repairs as needed.

Skills

Jamaican cuisine

Kitchen leadership

Food cost management

Inventory control

Food safety knowledge

Team motivation

Job description

About the Role:

Irie Ting Jamaican Grill LLC is looking for a passionate and experienced Jamaican Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen in Richmond, VA! This is your chance to bring authentic Jamaican flavors to life while running a tight, high-energy kitchen operation. If you live and breathe jerk seasoning, curry, and island cuisine, we want you on our team!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and execute authentic Jamaican dishes including jerk chicken, oxtail, curry goat, rice and peas, and other traditional menu items


• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and presentation standards are met


• Manage kitchen staff, including scheduling, training, and performance oversight


• Monitor food inventory, place orders, and manage food cost controls to minimize waste


• Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health code regulations


• Collaborate with ownership on menu development, specials, and seasonal offerings


• Maintain kitchen equipment and coordinate maintenance or repairs as needed

Requirements:

• Proven experience preparing authentic Jamaican cuisine in a professional kitchen setting


• Prior kitchen management or lead cook experience required


• Strong knowledge of Caribbean spices, cooking techniques, and traditional recipes


• ServSafe certification or equivalent food handler certification (or ability to obtain)


• Ability to manage, motivate, and lead a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment


• Solid understanding of food cost management, inventory control, and ordering


• Reliable, organized, and passionate about delivering an exceptional dining experience

About Us:

Irie Ting Jamaican Grill LLC is Richmond, VA's go-to destination for bold, authentic Jamaican flavors made with love and island tradition. Our guests keep coming back for the rich, soul-satisfying dishes that transport them straight to the Caribbean. We're a tight-knit team that takes pride in our food, our culture, and the warm, welcoming vibe we bring to every plate.